metabo RBE 9-60 Tube Belt Sander Instruction Manual

Tube Belt Sander Instruction Manual

RB 18 LTX 60
RBE 9-60

RBE 9-60 Tube Belt Sander

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RBE 9-60, RB 18 LTX 60:

| RB 18 LTX 60
1) Serial Number: 00192…| RBE 9-60
1) Serial Number: 02183…
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U| V| 18| –
P 1| W| –| 900
P 2| W| –| 470
B B| mm (in)| 20-30 (25/32 – 1 3/16)| 20-30 (25/32 – 1 3/16)
B L| mm (in)| 533 (21)| 533 (21)
D| mm (in)| 20 – 60 (25/32 – 2 3/8)| 20 – 60 (25/32 – 2 3/8)
U a, max| °| 190| 190
v 0| m/s| 9,2| 8,0 – 14,0
m| kg (lbs)| 3,3 (7.3)| 3,1 (6.8)
a h/Kh| m/s2| < 2,5 / 1,5| < 2,5 / 1,5
L pA /K pA| dB(A)| 83 / 3| 88 / 3
L WA /K WA| dB(A)| 94 / 3| 99 / 3

2) 2014/30/EU, 2006/42/EC, 2011/65/EU
3) EN 62841-1:2015, EN 62841-2-4:2014, EN 50581:2012 ISO12100:2010

2020-03-10, Bernd Fleischmann
Direktor Produktentstehung & Qualität (Vice President Product Engineering & Quality)
*4) Metabowerke GmbH – Metabo-Allee 1 – 72622 Nuertingen, Germany

Declaration of Conformity

We declare under our sole responsibility: These tube belt sanders, identified by type and serial number 1), comply with all relevant requirements of the directives 2) and standards 3). Technical file at 4) – see page 3.

Specified Use

The machine is designed for glazing, tarnishing, texturing, polishing, and smoothing metal pipes without the use of water.
The user bears sole responsibility for any damage caused by improper use.
Generally accepted accident prevention regulations and the enclosed safety information must be observed.

General safety instructions

For your own protection and for the protection of your electrical tool, pay attention to all parts of the text that are marked with this symbol!
WARNING – Reading the operating instructions will reduce the risk of injury.
WARNING – Read all safety warnings, instructions, illustrations, and specifications provided with this power tool.
Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire, and/or serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference. Pass on your electrical tool only together with these documents.

Special Safety Instructions

Hold the power tool by insulated gripping surfaces, because the sanding surface may contact its own cord. Cutting a “live” wire may make exposed metal parts of the power tool
“live” and could give the operator an electric shock. Flying sparks are created when sanding metal. Ensure that no persons are in danger. Due to the risk of fire, all combustible materials must be removed from the work area (area affected by flying sparks).
Wear ear protectors. Exposure to noise can cause hearing loss. Wear tight- fitting protective gloves and clothing. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Keep your hair and clothing away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry, or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
Wear protective gloves.
WARNING – Always wear protective goggles.
Wear a suitable dust protection mask (filter class 3).

Secure the workpiece against slipping, e.g. with the help of clamping devices. Always guide the machine with both hands on the machine housing and on the handles provided. Loss of control can cause personal injury. Check that the additional handles (9) are secure, and tighten them with screws if necessary. Never place your hand near rotating parts of the device or near the rotating sanding belt. Remove sanding dust and similar material only when the machine is not in operation. The rated speed of the sanding belt must be at least equal to the belt speed in idling marked on the power tool. A sanding belt running faster than its rated speed can break and fly apart. Check prior to each use that the sanding belt is correctly attached and is completely on the rollers. Carry out a trial run: Allow the machine to run at idling speed for 30 seconds in a safe location. Stop immediately if significant vibrations occur or if other defects are noted. If such a situation occurs, check the machine to determine the cause.

Reducing dust exposure:
WARNING – Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities contains chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:

– Lead from lead-based paints,
– Crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products, and
– Arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber.
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce your exposure to these chemicals: work in a well-ventilated area, and work with approved safety equipment, such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.
This also applies to dust from other materials such as some timber types (like oak or beech dust), metals, and asbestos. Other known diseases are e.g. allergic reactions, and respiratory diseases. Do not let dust enter the body.
Observe the relevant guidelines and national regulations for your material, staff, application, and place of application (e.g. occupational health and safety regulations, disposal).
Collect the particles generated at the source, and avoid deposits in the surrounding area.

Use suitable accessories for special work. In this way, fewer particles enter the environment in an uncontrolled manner.
Use a suitable extraction unit.
Reduce dust exposure with the following measures:
– do not direct the escaping particles and the exhaust air stream at yourself or nearby persons or on dust deposits,
– use an extraction unit and/or air purifiers,
– ensure good ventilation of the workplace and keep it clean using a vacuum cleaner. Sweeping or blowing stirs up dust.
– Vacuum or wash the protective clothing. Do not blow, beat or brush.

4.1 Special safety instructions for mains powered machines:
Pull the plug out of the plug socket before any adjustments, conversions or servicing are performed.
Before connecting the mains plug, make sure that the machine is switched off.

During the machining, of metals, in particular, conductive dust can form deposits inside the machine. This can lead to the transfer of electrical energy onto the machine housing. This can mean a temporary danger of electric shocks. This is why it is necessary when the machine is running to blow compressed air through the rear ventilation slots of the machine regularly, frequently, and thoroughly. Here, the machine must be held firmly.

We recommend using a stationary extractor system and connecting a residual current circuit-breaker (FI) upstream. When the machine is shut down via the FI circuit breaker, it must be checked and cleaned. For information on cleaning the motor, see chapter 8. Cleaning.
Australia: Always use a residual current device (RCD) protected supply with a rated residual current of 30 mA or less.

4.2 Special safety instructions for cordless machines:
Remove the battery pack from the machine before any adjustments, conversions or servicing are performed.
Before fitting the battery pack, make sure that the machine is switched off.

Protect battery packs from water and moisture!
Do not expose battery packs to naked flame!
Do not use faulty or deformed battery packs!
Do not open battery packs!
Do not touch or short-circuit battery packs!
Slightly acidic, flammable fluid may leak from defective li-ion battery packs!
If battery fluid leaks out and comes into contact with your skin, rinse immediately with plenty of water. If battery fluid leaks out and comes into contact with your eyes, wash them with clean water and seek medical attention immediately.

Transport of li-ion battery packs:
The shipping of li-ion battery packs is subject to laws related to the carriage of hazardous goods (UN 3480 and UN 3481). Inform yourself of the currently valid specifications when shipping li-ion battery packs. If necessary, consult your freight forwarder.
Certified packaging is available from Metabo. Only send the battery pack if the housing is intact and no fluid is leaking. Remove the battery pack from the machine for sending. Prevent the contacts from short-circuiting (e.g. by protecting them with adhesive tape).
If the machine is defective, remove the battery pack from the machine.

Overview

See Page 2 and 3.

1. Battery pack (RB18LTX60)
2. Capacity indicator button (RB 18 LTX 60)
3. Capacity and signal indicator (RB 18 LTX 60)
4. Button to unlock battery pack (RB 18 LTX 60)
5. Electronic signal indicator (RB 18 LTX 60)
6. Dust filter (RB 18 LTX 60)
7. Handle
8. Sliding on/off switch
9. Additional handles
10. Sanding belt
11. Sanding head
12. Arrow (direction of sanding belt motion)*
13. Adjuster screw (for setting the tension force)
14. Release lever
15. Adjusting wheel for setting belt speed (RBE 960)
16. Sanding belt roller
17. Pressure spring
18. Screw (see chapters 6.4 and 6.5)

Initial Operation

6.1 For mains-powered machines only the Mains connection
Before plugging in the device, check that the rated mains voltage and mains frequency, as specified on the rating label, match your power supply.

Always install an RCD with a maximum trip current of 30 mA upstream.

Setting belt speed
The belt speed can be preset via the setting wheel (15) and is infinitely variable.
Positions 1-6 correspond approximately to the following belt speeds:

1 ……………..8.0 m/s
2 ……………..9.5 m/s
3 ……………11.0 m/s
4………….. 12.0 m/s
5………….. 13.0 m/s
6………….. 14.0 m/s

Sanding belts and recommended adjusting wheel settings:
Ceramic grain, standard corundum, and zirconium
corundum belts…………………………… Position 2 – 4
Metabo pyramid belt……………………. Position 3 – 5
Fleece belt…………………………………. Position 4 – 6
Felt belt (polishing) ……………………… Position 4 – 6

6.2 For cordless machines only Dust filter
Always fit the dust filter if the surroundings are heavily polluted (6).
The machine heats up faster when the dust filter is fitted (6). It is protected by the electronics system from overheating (see chapter9.).
Attaching: See page 2, illustration A. Attach dust filter  (6) as shown. To remove: Holding the dust filter (6)by the upper edges, raise it slightly and then pull it downwards and remove.

Rotating battery pack
See illustration B on page 2.
The rear section of the machine can be rotated 270° in three stages, thus allowing the machine’s shape to be adapted to the working conditions. Only operate the machine when it is in an engaged position.

Battery pack
Charge the battery pack before use (1).
If performance diminishes, recharge the battery pack.
Instructions on charging the battery pack can be found in the operating instructions of the Metabo charger.
“Li-Power” li-ion battery packs have a capacity and signal indicator: (3)
– Press the button (2), and the LEDs indicate the charge level.
– If one LED is flashing, the battery pack is almost flat and must be recharged.

Removing and inserting the battery pack
To remove: Press the battery pack release button (4) and pull the battery pack (1) downwards.
To fit: Slide in the battery pack (1) until it engages.

6.3 Turning the sanding head (11) to operating position
– Open the release lever (14).
– Turn the sanding head (11) to the required operating position.
– Close the release lever (14), applying force until it hits the limit stop.

The tension force has been set correctly when the release lever can only be moved as far as the limit stop when force is applied (14) and when the sanding head (11) is securely attached to the device.
– If necessary, you can adjust the tension force of the tension lock by twisting the adjuster screw (13) (when the release lever is open (14)).

6.4 Adjusting to the tube diameter
a) Choose the adjustable range (coarse setting) See illustration D on page 3.
The screw (18) can be inserted in 2 different screw threads. This provides 2 different adjustable ranges for the sanding belt roller (16).
Note: When extracting the screw (18), be careful not to lose the inner pressure spring (17).
b) Adjust the sanding belt roller (fine setting) See illustration E on page 3.
– Slacken the screw (18) sufficiently, but do not remove it entirely.
– Tilt the sanding belt roller (16) in the direction of the arrow and adjust.
– Tighten the screw (18) again.
– Adjust the belt run (see chapter 6.5).

6.5 Adjusting the belt run
See page 3, illustration F.
Using screw (18), adjust the sanding belt (with the machine running) so that it runs centrally on the sanding belt roller.

Use

7.1 On/Off switch, continuous activation

Always guide the machine with both hands on the handles provided (7) and (9) and hold tight. It is mandatory to use both hands when operating the machine. Loss of control can cause personal injury.

Do not operate on a table or holder.

Switch the machine on first and place it onto the workpiece only once it has reached full speed.
The machine must not be allowed to draw in additional dust and shavings. When switching the machine on and off, keep it away from dust deposits.
After switching off the machine, only place it down when the motor has come to a standstill.
In continuous operation, the machine continues running if it is forced out of your hands. Therefore, always hold the machine using the handles provided, stand in a safe position, and concentrate.

Switching on/Continuous activation: Push sliding switch (8) forward. For continuous activation, now tilt downwards until it engages.
Switching off: Press the rear end of the slide switch (8) and release.

7.2 Sanding procedure
Switch the machine on first before mounting it on the workpiece.
Place the machine on the material such that the sanding belt is parallel to the surface of the workpiece. When working, please ensure that the machine is operated at right angles to the pipe so that the belt does not fall off the rollers.
To adjust the angle of contact, hold together the additional handles (9).
You can adjust the cutting output by changing the degree of pressure.
Keep the machine in constant motion because otherwise recesses could be produced in the material.

Cleaning, Maintenance

8.1 Motor cleaning
To clean the motor, apply jets of compressed air through the rear ventilation slots of the machine regularly, frequently, and thoroughly. Here, the machine must be held firmly.

8.2 Sanding belt replacement
– Hold the additional handles (9) together and remove the sanding belt (10).
– Place the new sanding belt on the rollers so that the arrow on the inside of the sanding belt is aligned with the arrow (12) on the housing.
– Release the additional handles (9).
– Ensure that the sanding belt is completely on the rollers.
– Adjust the belt run (see chapter 6.5).

Troubleshooting

9.1 Mains powered machines
– Overload protection: There is a MAJOR reduction in load speed. The motor temperature is too high! Allow the machine to run at idle speed until it has cooled down.
– Overload protection: There is a SLIGHT reduction in load speed. The machine is overloaded. Reduce the load before continuing to work.
– Metabo S-automatic safety shutdown: The machine was SWITCHED OFF automatically. If the rate of current increase is too high (if the machine seizes suddenly), the machine switches off. Switch off the machine at the slide switch (8). Switch it on again and continue to work as normal. Try to prevent the machine from seizing.
– Restart protection: The machine does not start. The restart protection is active. If the mains plug is inserted with the machine switched on, or if the current supply is restored following an interruption, the machine does not start up. Switch the machine off and on again.

9.2 Cordless machines
– The electronic signal display (5) lights up and the load speed decreases. The temperature is too high! Run the machine in idling until the electronics signal indicator switches off.
– The electronic signal display (5) flashes and the machine does not start. The restart protection is active. The machine will not start if the battery pack is inserted while the machine is on. Switch the machine off and on again.

Accessories

Use only original Metabo or CAS (Cordless Alliance System) battery packs and accessories.
Use only accessories that fulfill the requirements and specifications listed in these operating instructions.

Battery packs with different capacities:
118 V Li-Power 4,0 Ah ……………………. 6.25591
18 V Li-Power 5,2 Ah ……………………… 6.25592
18 V LiHD 5,5 Ah …………………………… 6.25342
18 V LiHD 8,0 Ah …………………………… 6.25369

Chargers: ASC 55, ASC 145, etc.
For a complete range of accessories, see www.metabo.com or the main catalog.

Repairs

Repairs to electrical tools must be carried out by qualified electricians ONLY!

A defective mains cable must only be replaced with a special, original mains cable from Metabo, which is available only from the Metabo service.
If you have Metabo electrical tools that require repairs, please contact your Metabo service center.
For addresses see www.metabo.com.
You can download spare parts lists from www.metabo.com.

Environmental Protection

Observe national regulations on environmentally compatible disposal and on the recycling of disused machines, packaging, and accessories.
Only for EU countries: Never dispose of power tools in your household waste! In accordance with European Guideline 2012/ 19/EU on used electronic and electric equipment and its implementation in national legal systems, used power tools must be collected separately and handed in for environmentally compatible recycling.

Special instructions for cordless machines:
Battery packs must not be posted of with regular waste. Return faulty or used battery packs to your Metabo dealer!
Do not allow battery packs to come into contact with water!
Before disposal, discharge the battery pack in the power tool. Prevent the contacts from short-circuiting (e. g. by protecting them with adhesive tape).

Technical specifications

Explanatory notes on the specifications on page 4.
Changes due to technological progress reserved.
U = Voltage of battery pack
P1 = Nominal power input
P2 = Power output
BB = Sanding belt width
BL =Sanding belt length
D = Machinable tube diameter
Ua, max. = max. angle of contact
v0 = Belt speed in idling
m = Weight with smallest battery pack/weight without cord

Measured values determined in conformity with EN 62841.
Permitted ambient temperature during operation:
-20 °C (-4°F) to 50 °C (120°F) (limited performance with temperatures below 0 °C (32°F)). Permitted ambient temperature for storage: 0 °C (32°F) to 30 °C (86°F).

Direct current (cordless machines)
~ Alternating current (mains powered machines)
Machine in protection class II (mains powered machines)
The technical specifications quoted are subject to tolerances (in compliance with the relevant valid standards).
RBE 9-60: Energy-rich, high-frequency interference can cause fluctuations in speed. However, the fluctuations disappear as soon as the interference fades away.
Emission values
Using these values, you can estimate the emissions from this power tool and compare these with the values emitted by other power tools. The actual values may be higher or lower, depending on the particular application and the condition of the tool or power tool. In estimating the values, you should also include work breaks and periods of low use. Based on the estimated emission values, specify protective measures for the user – for example, any organizational steps that must be put in place.
Vibration total value (vector sum of three directions) determined in accordance with EN 62841:
ah = Vibration emission value (surface grinding)
Kh = Uncertainty (vibration)

Typical A-effective perceived sound levels::
LpA =Sound pressure level
LWA =Acoustic power level
KpA, KWA= Uncertainty
During operation, the noise level can exceed 80 dB(A).

Wear ear protectors!

Metabowerke GmbH
Metabo-Allee 1
72622 Nuertingen
Germany
www.metabo.com

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• mani.la - This website is for sale! - Manila Resources and Information.
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